DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals
Food Assistance in District of Columbia. Dial 2-1-1 Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, to reach the District's 211 Warmline and be referred to food pantries and other social services. From outside the District, call 202-463-6211. This is a non-emergency line — for a police, fire, or medical emergency call 911.
Phone: 211
Website: https://211warmline.dc.gov/
Good to know: Phone verified from the District's 211 Warmline site 211warmline.dc.gov on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.
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Frequently asked questions about DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals
How do I contact DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals?
You can call DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 in District of Columbia. Their website is https://211warmline.dc.gov/.
What services does DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer?
Dial 2-1-1 Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, to reach the District's 211 Warmline and be referred to food pantries and other social services. From outside the District, call 202-463-6211. This is a non-emergency line — for a police, fire, or medical emergency call 911.
Are services at DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals free or low-cost?
Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer services in other languages?
Call DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.